1 Pfennig - Jakob of Liebenstein ND (1504-1508) front 1 Pfennig - Jakob of Liebenstein ND (1504-1508) back
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1 Pfennig - Jakob of Liebenstein ND

 
Silver 0.26 g -
Description
Issuer
Archbishopric of Mainz (German States)
Archbishop
Jacob of Liebenstein (1504-1508)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1504-1508
Value
1 Pfennig (1⁄288)
Currency
Thaler
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.26 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-05
References
Numista
N#163095
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Blank.

Interesting fact

The 1 Pfennig coin from the Archbishopric of Mainz, minted during the reign of Jakob of Liebenstein (1504-1508), features a unique design that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The obverse side of the coin bears the image of a bishop's mitre, which represents the ecclesiastical authority of the Archbishopric of Mainz. This design was chosen to symbolize the power and influence of the Church in the region.